"However, a lot of the negative opinion on here comes from those who were made redundant. Well, we've been warned, time to move on. Plus, those who complain the most, have often never flown for another airline. Or, if they have, it was before the low cost boom."
Of course the warnings come from those previously laid off. Who would you prefer them to come from? The guess worker?
Most redundees have moved on, forced or not, they've moved on. Many to better things.
I think your last statement can only reflect the ex RAF Captains? Other than that, every VAA pilot has worked for an airline before joining.
Many people did of course fly for good airlines before the low cost boom. That doesn't mean their aspirations are less valid than a new entrant from the low cost arena.
I'm glad you are enjoying your time at VAA. I really hope you have a fruitful career there.